The Framework of International Shipping International shipping operates under a legal framework unlike any other industry. A vessel registered in Panama, owned by a Greek...

The Decarbonization Imperative The ships that carry 90 percent of world trade have relied on the same basic propulsion technology for over a century: internal...

The Science of Ship Design Naval architecture sits at the intersection of engineering, physics, and maritime tradition. The discipline encompasses everything from hull form optimization...

Global Orderbook Trends The global shipbuilding industry continues to navigate shifting demand patterns, evolving technology requirements, and competitive pressures that favor yards capable of delivering...

The Cruise Industry’s Transformation The cruise industry has emerged from the pandemic’s existential challenge with renewed vigor, though the sector looks meaningfully different than it...

Tanker Market Fundamentals The tanker market operates on supply and demand fundamentals that differ markedly from other shipping segments. Limited orderbook, aging fleet, and restructured...

Dry Bulk Market Dynamics The dry bulk sector—carrying iron ore, coal, grain, and minor bulks—tracks global industrial and agricultural activity more directly than any other...

Container Shipping Market Analysis Container shipping—the system that moves manufactured goods in standardized steel boxes—continues adapting to post-pandemic realities. The extraordinary profitability of 2021-2022 has...

Global Port Development Trends Ports serve as critical nodes in global supply chains, connecting ocean transport with inland distribution networks. Investment decisions made today—about capacity,...

Maritime Industry Updates The maritime industry continues to evolve as operators, regulators, and technology providers respond to changing market conditions and emerging requirements. This overview...